Vintage Traverse City Light & Power promotional ice scraper in bright yellow plastic with bold Number 1 shape and utility advertising from Michigan.
Details
• Era: Late 20th century, likely 1970s to 1999
• Brand/Advertising: Traverse City Light & Power
• Type: Vintage promotional ice scraper
• Material: Molded plastic
• Color: Bright utility yellow with black printed lettering
• Measurements: Approx. 7 x 4 inches
• Shape: Large Number 1 silhouette with scraper edge along the base
• Text shown: Our Customer’s Are #1, Traverse City Light & Power, 616 922 4470
Historical Context
Utility background: Traverse City Light & Power is a community owned municipal utility serving Traverse City, Michigan
Dating note: The printed 616 area code helps place this piece before the 231 area code became effective for Traverse City in 1999, making a pre 1999 date likely
Style notes:
Bold novelty shape and bright color give it classic practical promo appeal, the kind of giveaway meant to be kept in the car and remembered season after season
Condition: Very Good
Positives
• Bright yellow color presents well
• Lettering on the front remains dark and readable
• Fun oversized Number 1 shape with strong display appeal
• Scraper edge appears intact
• Back retains molded form cleanly with no obvious structural damage visible in photos
Issues / Wear
• Light surface scuffs and signs of handling
• Minor print wear and small surface marks visible on close inspection
• A few specks of age related discoloration and light grime in recessed areas
• Small manufacturing imperfections and storage wear consistent with age
• No original packaging present
Collector’s Notes
This is a great piece of regional utility advertising with useful date clues built right into the design. The pre 1999 616 phone number and bright Number 1 form make it an appealing Michigan promo collectible with easy display value. Find your story.
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Please Note:
These pieces come from estate collections and have been surface cleaned. You may wish to perform additional cleaning depending on your preference.
